I've been back for a while now … And the question I am still getting is 'how was your trip?' Word to the wise - it was not a trip, and that is too broad of a question to answer. I am really happy that the 30 second window that I was made aware of (the average person will give you thirty seconds to talk about your trip before they lose interest) hasn't come into play with anyone who I would want to share with for a longer period of time.  Overall, I feel like there hasn't been any culture shock.…See More

I have to say upfront that I couldn't have done it without Jamie. Since I externally process a lot, she was a listening ear for hours on end, and even participated in my self-debates and spoken dilemmas. It was great to have someone pose in my picture of the vast amount of tomato sauce available in the super market and someone to talk to about how much I miss the Journeyers.  It is weird being back here, but I haven't really had any shock. The worst is hearing a song, like Travelling Song, and…See More

#Dear Friends and Family,April afforded me new opportunities that I had not yet experienced in West Africa, a great ending to seven months of cross-cultural ministry.-Tenena and Kolo’s wedding, where we were involved in the ceremony (country line dance - photo below left).-A side trip to hunt some elephants (in vain, but still fun - photo right) on our way up to Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.-The local dance studio inviting me to teach classes and dance with the national dance champion.-Church…See More